NORTHWEST HEAD START

NORTHWEST HEAD START is a Title I public prekindergarten school that is part of the WICHITA FALLS ISD school district, located in WICHITA FALLS, TX with about 51 students. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 2 teachers, NORTHWEST HEAD START has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

NORTHWEST HEAD START, located at 2310 5th St in Wichita Falls, Texas, is a specialized early childhood education program operating under the umbrella of the Wichita Falls Independent School District (WFISD). The Head Start program is federally funded and designed to promote school readiness for children from low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social services. By focusing on the "whole child," the school aims to support early learning and development while simultaneously engaging parents and families in their child's educational journey.

As a component of the local school district’s offerings, NORTHWEST HEAD START leverages the resources and standards of WFISD to create a structured classroom environment for its students. The program emphasizes cognitive, social-emotional, and physical growth to ensure that children transition successfully into kindergarten and beyond. Families interested in enrollment or seeking specific program details can find more information through the official Wichita Falls Independent School District website at http://www.wfisd.net.

For more information, contact NORTHWEST HEAD START at (940) 235-4307 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.